tetrahydropapaverine

English

Etymology

From tetra- +‎ hydro- +‎ papaverine.

Noun

tetrahydropapaverine (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry, pharmacology) An organic compound, specifically a benzylisoquinoline alkaloid, that serves as a precursor to the muscle relaxant drugs atracurium and cisatracurium.
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